Kick Off: Spotlight on new coaches as MLS returns

After a two-week international break that featured only two MLS regular-season matches, this weekend brings a return to action with a full slate. A lot of eyes will be on the new men in charge in Toronto and Philadelphia, Paul Mariner and John Hackworth, respectively.

Of Nowak’s dismissal, there are still many questions. Did he know it was coming? Did he apply for the open Hearts job? Was the club brass involved in player decisions or not? Here’s a good take on it all.

The third featured event on Saturday is the grand re-opening of Stade Saputo in Montreal, where the Impact will face the Seattle Sounders (7:30 pm ET, TSN2/MLS LIVE). Take a tour of the new digs.